Ramp Supervisor

Austin Community College; United States; On-site; USD 21,025 - 29,945; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

401(k)

Vacation

Family travel on the American Airlines network

Medical and dental insurance

Job summary

A leading airline company is seeking a motivated Ramp Supervisor in the Ground Handling Department. The role involves managing operational activities, providing training, and overseeing employee performance. Ideal candidates will possess strong organizational skills and be familiar with Microsoft Office. This position requires excellent conflict resolution abilities and the capacity to work a flexible schedule. Compensation starts at $18.50/hour, with benefits including paid training and travel on the airline network.

Qualifications

• Must have outstanding organizational skills and ability to multi-task.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule.
• Must be able to defuse conflicts among team members.

Responsibilities

• Provide oversight and direct on-the-job training for new hires.
• Conduct briefings and distribute training materials.
• Manage a staff of employees with varied duties.

Skills

Organizational skills

Conflict resolution

Microsoft Office Suite familiarity

Ability to work independently

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Aviation, Business, or related field

Tools

QIK

Sabre

Job description

We can’t wait to share our passion for aviation with you! Join a team that works hard, cares for each other and offers plenty of opportunities to grow.

At Piedmont Airlines, our strength is the way we deliver industry-leading service to our customers and airline partners. To continue our standard of excellence, Piedmont is seeking a motivated, reliable professional to join our team as a Ramp Supervisor in our Ground Handling Department. The primary responsibility of the position is to manage the operational activities of the department in accordance with established policies and procedures. The Ramp Supervisor also conducts briefs, distributes training materials/checklists to mentors, creates schedules, and provides hands‑on assistance to the training department. The successful candidate will have outstanding organizational skills, be able to defuse conflicts among team members, and be familiar with Microsoft Office Suite. This position will report to the General Manager.

Responsibilities

• Provide oversight and direct on‑the‑job training for new hires and recurrent training for existing employees in all ramp functions
• Conduct briefing and distribution of training material/checklists to mentors
• Create and coordinate schedules
• Provide hands‑on assistance to the Training Department along with feedback to direct managers
• Approve employees for release to duty after completion of training programs
• Coach and provide career development to the staff
• Correct non‑compliant behavior and impose disciplinary action as required
• Understand the corporate culture, policies, and goals, and take measures to implement these into daily work routines
• Manage a staff of employees with varied duties
• Administrative duties, including daily/weekly/monthly reports
• Maximize operational performance for the station by adjusting to changes in operational conditions and proactively solving problems
• Supervise, direct, and monitor personnel in the completion of their duties and adjust, as necessary, to ensure on‑time performance and quality customer service
• Provide support when employee absence affects the operation

Job Qualifications and Competencies

• Outstanding organizational skills and ability to multi‑task
• Ability to work independently, set and meet own deadlines
• Ability to work well with all levels of management and support staff
• Able to defuse conflicts among team members
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to work a flexible schedule

Preferred Qualifications

• Current Piedmont employee with a minimum six months of service
• Knowledge of basic airport procedures and fundamental job requirements for gate and ramp agents
• Extensive knowledge of QIK, Sabre
• Bachelor’s Degree in Aviation, Business, or related field
• Use of computers and other office equipment
• Airport ramp environment, subject to varied weather conditions and elevated noise levels
• All shifts including weekends, nights, holidays and/or irregular shifts

Physical Requirements

• Frequent stooping, bending, kneeling, walking, standing, reaching, lifting, climbing up and down stairs
• Handle objects up to 70 pounds
• Assist passengers with disabilities, including, but not limited to, pushing wheelchairs

Employment Requirements

Employment is contingent upon a valid driver’s license and clear driving record, 10‑year Criminal History Records Check, and drug screen as required. We also require proof of high school or GED completion. Minimum 18 years of age.

Benefits

Benefit package includes paid training, holiday pay, 401(k), vacation, and family travel on the American Airlines network. Medical and dental available.

Starting Rate

$18.50/Hourly

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer bonuses awarded in accordance with company policies and applicable criteria.